“Even If It Kills Us”: Charlotte Teen Poet On Keith Lamont Scott
Youth Radio asked 18-year-old poet, Nykearra Bush from Charlotte, North Carolina, to weigh in on the killing of Keith Lamont Scott.
Teresa Chin
Will Teens Still Pledge Allegiance Post-Kaepernick?
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick’s decision to sit during the national anthem is sparking conversations about patriotism, tradition, and America’s history of racism. Now young people living in team’s home turf are grappling with whether to take their own stand.
A Look Inside The “Black Men For Bernie” Bus
Reporters Myles Bess and Billy Cruz get a sneak peak of the “Black Men For Bernie” bus drawing crowds at the DNC in Philadelphia.
Teens Convince Parents To Take Political Message On The Road
If most teens told their parents who to vote for, they might think about it, but they probably wouldn’t get eight cars decked out with a candidate’s face and take off all over the country. But 17-year-old Nadia Crawford’s family isn’t exactly normal.
Why Elex 2016 Matters: Youth Radio Asks U.S. Rep Barbara Lee
Check out Youth Radio’s exclusive interview with Congresswoman Barbara Lee at the DNC.
Will This 18-year-old, Former Bernie Delegate Jump On The Clinton Bandwagon?
“Again I had so many, like, learning disabilities and issues in my home life. I kind of looked up to the presidents as something to aspire to. Back then, I was like, ‘One day I’ll be president.’ I don’t want that anymore.”
Oakland Leaders React to Recent Police Shootings, Protests
The city of Oakland has seen its share of protests — from Oscar Grant to the Occupy movement, to Thursday night’s march…
Growing Up Homeless
Earlier this year, more than 70 media organizations came together to focus attention on the issue of homelessness. Youth Radio was proud to be a part of this effort, shedding light specifically on the experience of homeless young people.
When Will I Feel Safe On Campus?
“As a first-year college student, I hope that I’ll be able to focus more on making friends and challenging myself academically than on worrying about my safety.”